How long is the flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

A quick flight from San José to Washington, D.C. can take about 8h 40m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $416. San José and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2041 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

Avianca, at $201, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Avianca is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Washington, D.C. one-way?

$134 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $136 and $136, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

What are the most popular routes from San José to Washington, D.C.?

The most popular flight routes from San José to Washington, D.C. are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Baltimore/Washington.

What are the cheapest flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $217. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $363 on average, our data indicates $500 when flying from San José to Washington, D.C..

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San José to Washington, D.C.?

When booking a flight from San José to Washington, D.C., you may want to consider flying on Avianca, United Airlines or Copa Airlines as they are the most popular for this route.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

Most people fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 5 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.

Can I find deals for flights from San José to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on San José to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Washington, D.C..

Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapest flights from San José to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 1, 2026.

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Best flights from San José to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 1, 2026.

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Last-minute flights from San José to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated September 1, 2026 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from San José to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from San José to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 1, 2026.

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$210

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$217

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$219

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$222

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$222

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$226

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$226

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$228

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2 stops18h 44m

Deal found 8/27

$228

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Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
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Round-trip from	$363 (Copa Airlines)
One-way from	$183 (Priceline)
Popular in	August
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$348
Good round-trip deal	$377 or less
Good one-way deal	$223 or less

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San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/18

3:59 am-3:13 am

1 stop22h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/22

4:18 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 42m

$363

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

8:30 am-4:20 am

1 stop17h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/25

2:25 am-10:58 am

1 stop10h 33m

$363

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

8:30 am-4:20 am

1 stop17h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/25

4:34 pm-8:19 am

1 stop17h 45m

$363

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San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/27

5:55 pm-4:20 am

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 11/7

1:16 am-8:19 am

1 stop8h 03m

$363

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/9

8:45 am-9:12 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/30

10:54 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop24h 38m

$366

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

SJOIAD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/30

11:35 am-11:28 am

1 stop21h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$366

San JoséBaltimore

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - BWI Baltimore/Washington

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 10/30

11:35 am-11:38 pm

1 stop10h 03m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 11/9

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$366

San JoséBaltimore

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - BWI Baltimore/Washington

SJOBWI

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

7:55 am-10:34 pm

1 stop12h 39m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/1

4:30 pm-11:25 am

1 stop19h 55m

$366

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 10/27

7:45 am-11:47 am

1 stop26h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/8

6:00 am-1:22 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$366

San JoséWashington, D.C.

SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

SJODCA

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/22

7:55 am-10:14 pm

1 stop12h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/1

7:36 pm-11:25 am

1 stop16h 49m

$366

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Washington, D.C. in September.

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Expedia	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San José-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from San José with our price prediction graph.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C. (average of $269). Flying from San José to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $438). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SJO to WAS?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San José to Washington, D.C. as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

San José to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $298 and $392 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $345 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 19-Jan 31).

How often are flights from San José to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San José and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

The best time to book flights from San José to Washington, D.C. is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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See what other customers who have flown with Delta,Copa Airlines, andUnited Airlines from San José to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Copa Airlines

7.6

Good

1,551 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,152 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

American Airlines

7.1

Good

12,026 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

Avianca

6.5

Okay

2,558 reviews

Delta

7.8

Good

8,536 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

Jorge,Aug 2026

TPA - ATL

Although I still enjoy flying Delta, the overall flying experience feels cheapened. But I guess that is true of most, if not all american carriers.

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What airport do you fly from for flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?
Most people fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) if they book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.. On average, Juan Santamaria Intl has 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day from 5 airlines. San José Juan Santamaria Intl is conveniently located just 8.8 mi from San José’s city center.
How long is the flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?
A quick flight from San José to Washington, D.C. can take about 8h 40m. Copa Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $416. San José and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2041 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Avianca, at $201, was found to be the cheapest airline from San José to Washington, D.C..Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Avianca is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José to Washington, D.C. one-way?
$134 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Avianca. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $136 and $136, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from San José to Washington, D.C.?
The most popular flight routes from San José to Washington, D.C. are San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National and San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Baltimore/Washington.
What are the cheapest flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $217. While the most popular route (San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $363 on average, our data indicates $500 when flying from San José to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for flights from San José to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San José to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from San José to Washington, D.C.?
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C. (average of $269). Flying from San José to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of $438). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from San José to Washington, D.C.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Avianca	Cheapest$201	Average$353	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$216	Average$331	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Southwest	Cheapest$225	Average$524	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$225	Average$419	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Copa Airlines	Cheapest$284	Average$369	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%

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$183+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Washington, D.C.?

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San José to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $298 and $392 in January.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $345 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 19-Jan 31).

How often are flights from San José to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between San José and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San José to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, Avianca have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José to Washington, D.C.?

The best time to book flights from San José to Washington, D.C. is 60 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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San José to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $298 and $392 in January.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $345 on Multiple Airlines (Jan 19-Jan 31).